The violence in Belgium has raised security levels around the world, something travelers in the Kansas City area said they appreciate.

Amtrak rail lines and terminals in Kansas City are under closer watch, as are terminals at the region’s airports.

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Travelers said that while the Brussels attacks are disturbing, they still feel safe.

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We’re going to Florida to take a little vacation,” said Jose Nuno, who had plans to travel Tuesday and didn’t change them.

He said it’s still frightening to see the scenes from Brussels, even when they’re half a world away.

“Definitely makes it a little scary,” he said. “Makes you kind of wonder where the next one would be.”

People at Kansas City International Airport said travelers won’t experience longer lines and shouldn’t notice any other significant changes. They said they’re in constant touch with authorities at all levels of government, tweaking and adjusting their security efforts based on intelligence efforts.

Air travelers told KMBC 9 News that they believe in that.

“Honestly, I mean, it’s how we travel every day,” said traveler Jessie Murphy. “I guess I can trust them enough.”

Amtrak said it has deployed extra officers to check out trains and tracks. It’s asking the public to help be on the lookout for suspicious people or activity.

Travelers said they appreciate the attention to detail for everyone’s well-being.

“I expect that security will be tighter,” said Leonora Pauls, a Canadian traveler. “I would hope so. I don’t mind the security because I think honest, upright people are just fine.”

People with plans to travel to Brussels, Amsterdam or Paris soon are advised to check with their carrier. Some airlines are waiving fees for rescheduling a trip between now and the end of the month.